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Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Avalon Health Care Group, Salt Lake City, UT, United States


William E Christoffersen Salt Lake Veteran's Home is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our outstanding team.

Part Time

$31.00 - 35.98 per hour

We are looking for individuals who embrace a reverence for life and a heart for healing. With enthusiasm and compassion, our William E Christoffersen Salt Lake Veteran's Home family works with our patients and their families as well as with our communities to celebrate life every day! Avalon offers competitive pay with career growth opportunities including tuition reimbursement and career advancement courses. Some of our Nurse Managers started off as CNAs, then became LPNs, RNs, and even Directors!

Benefits

401K

Medical, Dental & Vision

FSA & Dependent Care FSA

Life Insurance

AD&D, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability

Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity

Legal Benefits, Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance and Auto/Home Insurance

Part-time are eligible for all of the above except Medical. On Call are not eligible for any of the above except 401k.

Placement within the wage range for this position is determined by years of experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, licensed physician or other health care provider authorized by the state; the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will participate in the development, implementation and modification of the comprehensive plan of care for facility residents and will practice within the legal boundaries for practical nursing authorized by the state for the delivery of patient care and related services.

Qualifications

Must hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in the practicing state.

Demonstrates understanding that state and Federal rules and regulations govern the practices within the facility.

Ongoing pursuit of Continuing Education Credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth and development.

Demonstrates working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.

Proven ability to communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents and family members.

Basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company software.

Must have ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

Must pass criminal background investigation, reference inquiry, and vaccine mandate attestation requirements of either having been vaccinated or present documentation needed for a medical or religious exemption.

Recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.

William E Christoffersen Salt Lake veteran's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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